Louis van Gaal admitted that Manchester United’s confidence had been “smashed” after the Red Devils’ 2-1 opening day defeat at home to Swansea City. United was
undefeated in preseason, playing some top teams including AS Roma, Inter Milan, Real Madrid and Liverpool, but following the loss to Swansea, the Dutchman, said: "When you have preparation, win
everything, then lose your first match, it cannot be worse. We have built up a lot of confidence. It will be smashed because of this."